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Stepping Down But Not Out: Hausfeld Talks Coming Focus on Climate Change, Big Tech

While Michael D. Hausfeld will transition into a new role starting Jan. 1, the founder of the firm, which has offices in continental Europe, the U.K. and the U.S., will not fully step down but rather focus on public policy issues, including climate change and Big Tech.
6 minute read

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Italian Competition Judgment Against Amazon Shows the Future of Big-Tech Regulation in Europe

The case serves as evidence that tougher scrutiny and higher fines, which new EU-wide rules are likely to amplify, are on the way, competition lawyers say.
4 minute read

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2021 In Review: The Year Continental Europe Went From Worry to Wealth

After a shaky start, 2021 eventually proved to be hugely successful for many firms thanks to a late deal surge. But firms are still grappling with the remote working debate and, of course, the pay war.
8 minute read

International Edition

Milbank Swipes Antitrust Partner From US Rival in London

The firm is boosting its London offering with a hire from the Brussels office of a U.S. rival.
2 minute read

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Hausfeld Founder Steps Down as Chair, New Leadership to Focus on Antitrust and International Expansion

The promotions, which include a partner in London, come at a time when European courts have shown increased willingness to grant standing for group action litigation.
4 minute read

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Google Agrees to Pay French News Agency for Use of Content Online

The deal, with Agence France-Presse, is a significant step in a years-long battle by French publishers and regulators to bring the tech giant to the table.
2 minute read

International Edition

Weibo Faces 'Anticompetitive' Lawsuit as China Cracks Down on BigTech

A Chinese software developer is suing the major microblogging platform over alleged anticompetitive restrictions, as China intensifies its scrutiny of monopolistic practices.
3 minute read

International Edition

Google Loses Appeal in EU Antitrust Battle as Court Upholds $2.8B Fine

Google was advised by a slew of firms, including Cleary, Hogan Lovells and Herbert Smith Freehills.
3 minute read

International Edition

US Government Investigates Tencent's $1.3B Acquisition of British Videogame Maker

Tencent is being advised by Davis Polk & Wardwell while Sumo is being advised by Allen & Overy.
2 minute read

International Edition

The Google Shopping Case: A Business Model Beloved by Tech Hangs in the Balance

Brussels competition lawyers say the upcoming judgment, expected Wednesday, will affect the future of a business model embraced by many tech giants. This is the first time a Google antitrust case will be decided by the EU's top judges.
6 minute read

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